Finance Director

Esper was founded in 2018 with the mission to empower dynamic and responsive policymaking in Government. Esper's goal is to align existing data, stakeholders and public policy goals to streamline the policymaking process at all levels of Government. We imagine a world where policymaking is driven by data and insights from all stakeholders and we are transforming traditional bureaucracy into a dynamic and flexible system that encourages innovation and collaboration.

Esper is looking for an experienced
Finance Director
to help drive this mission forward, based in either Austin TX, or Denver/Boulder CO.

Job Description:

You'll be responsible for spearheading financial operations while collaborating with the Director of Operations and CEO, and set high standards for operational ownership, efficiency, follow-through, and incorporate feedback and input from the wider team.

This role will have a major impact on organization health and growth so your vision for financial operations is crucial. You'll report to the CEO to review and assess current financial operations, conduct in-depth financial analysis and work with all business units to create a financial roadmap for future growth. You will oversee outsourced teams responsible for accounting, state incorporation and tax filings, and build an internal team when appropriate with Company growth.

You care deeply about improving efficiency and impact but always keep your mind open to new approaches to problem solving.

What you'll do:

• Lead Financial analysis, planning and operations
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and long-term Financial planning process
• Generate and manage reporting and analysis to assist in company decision making and reporting metrics to the board
• Manage Financial vendors including banks, credit cards, software and tooling
• Manage outsourced teams including ongoing CPA support, annual tax accountants, state filings and registered agents
• Ensure compliance with financial processes, systems and policies
• Provide oversight on tax, internal controls and audit-related matters
• Assist in reviewing new and existing customer contract pricing and